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THE REVIEW
As I begin to write this review, I am about to talk about something I consider as idols. Calling them sacred monsters is an understatement; I am talking about those whose name translated into Italian is "Vergine Di Ferro," I am speaking of the current six members of Iron Maiden. After this brief introduction about the band, it's time to start talking about the album "Death On The Road", a double live CD containing the tracks performed during the concert on November 24, 2003, at the Westfallenhalle Arena, in Dortmund, released at the beginning of this year also in DVD version.
The 2 CDs contain the first 9 songs and the second 7, for more than an hour and a half of live music. Timeless classics such as: "Wrathchild", "The Trooper", "Iron Maiden", "Hallowed Be Thy Name", "Run To The Hills", "The Number Of The Beast", dating back to the first 3 albums, and other more recent hits (but always relatively), such as: "Dance Of Death", "Brave New World", "Paschendale", "Fear Of The Dark", "No More Lies".
The album is therefore packed with masterpieces from every album and of every era, even if this live album doesn't compare to "Rock In Rio" and "Live After Death", it's still a must-have record, though I wouldn't recommend it to those who already own most of Iron Maiden's discography, or the aforementioned two live albums.
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Death On The Road is a double live CD capturing Iron Maiden's powerful 2003 concert in Dortmund. Featuring timeless classics from their early albums and recent hits, it offers over 90 minutes of energetic live music. Though it doesn't quite match previous live albums like Rock In Rio or Live After Death, it remains a valuable addition for fans seeking a rich live experience.
Iron Maiden
British heavy metal band formed in 1975, led by bassist and principal songwriter Steve Harris. Famous for epic studio albums, theatrical live shows featuring vocalist Bruce Dickinson, and the mascot Eddie.180 Reviews
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By AR (Anonima Recensori)
Bruce is in great form, the guitarists are in top shape too, Harris provides excellent rhythmic support, and Nicko stuns the drum set for over an hour.
A beautiful concert and a beautiful Live album if it weren’t for the tracks from the new album, but... it’s always the Maiden, and the concerts are always the best moments.
By Laskar_nec
Impeccable instrumental performance, but penalized by an underwhelming Dickinson.
Production destroys the good performance, taking away its impact and making it little more than passable.
By thetrooper
"I MUST not and CANNOT complain because it is on par (or perhaps superior) to 'Rock In Rio.'"
"Iron Maiden once again convince us of their live experience and their supremacy in the field of heavy metal."
By metalselo
An Iron Maiden concert is indeed something incredible, with gigantic Hollywood-style sets, great lighting effects, and most importantly: GREAT MUSIC.
Dickinson, who even in his forties continues to deliver performances worthy of applause.
